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Older people's health

Improve older people's health with pharmacy training online CPD and OTC courses.

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Record number of dementia cases diagnosed

NHS data shows that 487,432 people in England were living with diagnosed dementia in June 2024 — the highest number on record.

08 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Winter warmers

Winter can be a challenging time for older customers, but pharmacy teams can offer a warm welcome in the colder months.

13 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Anaemia risk increased with low-dose aspirin

Low-dose aspirin increases the risk of anaemia in healthy older adults, independently of major bleeding, according to an analysis of the primary prevention ASPREE trial.

13 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Call to improve care home bone health

The authors of a recent UK study have highlighted the opportunity to improve osteoporosis management in care home residents.

16 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Ripe old age

As we see the ageing population continue to grow, here's how pharmacy teams can protect older people’s health, both physically and mentally

11 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Preventative prescribing is risky in the very old

Preventative medicines are often prescribed with no clear benefit, a study finds

16 Sep 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Falls prevention in older people

This module aims to update your practice when talking to older people and their families about practical ways to avoid falls.

15 Aug 2022 , 20 Min Module

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First prescriptions for osteoporosis

This module supports pharmacists when consulting with patients who have been prescribed osteoporosis medications for the first time.

13 Jul 2022 , 20 Min Module

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Understanding older people's health

Improving health in later life is becoming an increasingly important public health priority.

18 Dec 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Looking after older people's health

How can pharmacies rise to the challenges posed by an ageing population?

12 Nov 2021 , 3 Min Article

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Reduced activity during lockdown could mean more falls in the elderly

Reduced strength and balancing activity could increase risk of falls in older people by over 6 per cent

16 Aug 2021 , 1 Min Article

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